Episode 3
Abridged by Jane Marshall.
The Etymologicon takes a festive turn as we discover the origins of turkey, punch, and pink champagne. And look at the difference between balderdash and rumbullion.
Read by Hugh Dennis
Produced by Jane Marshall
A Jane Marshall Production for 蘑菇短视频 Radio 4.
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